Starting with the divine power of the Great Vajra, he traversed the heavens.

Chapter 247 Reunion with Pang Ban
The moonlight was hazy, and a hazy white mist surrounded the area. At this moment, the stars were very faint and sparse.

On the long street, a man in gray clothes and a donkey cart stood silently facing each other.

Qian Luo's appearance had changed drastically. He was no longer as imposing as before, but had become tall, thin, and dashing. He stared at Ren Shaoyang, seemingly surprised, yet also wary, and frowned as he asked, "Aren't you going back to the San Gao residence to heal your injuries?"

Ren Shaoyang smiled slightly, did not answer his question, and instead introduced the person in the car.

"Come on, let Lao Qian introduce you. This is Lao Li's beloved disciple, Feng Xinglie, and this is his confidante, Gu Qianlian."

Qianluo stared at the young man and woman sitting cross-legged inside the carriage, full of doubt: "People from the Dual Cultivation Manor?"

Gu Qianlian said with a smile, "Greetings, Lord Qianshan. Qianlian sends her greetings on behalf of the princess."

Qianluo nodded, but didn't say anything more.

If it were Princess Gu Zixian, who practiced dual cultivation, he could say a few polite words, but as for his maid, she wasn't qualified to speak to him.

Qian Luo turned to look at Ren Shaoyang, then glanced at his left hand hanging by his side, and said with some emotion, "I never expected that in just three years, Brother Ren would have accomplished such a great thing!"

Ren Shaoyang smiled and said, "Brother Qian, you have broken through and then established yourself, and your true energy has reversed its innate state. This is truly a cause for celebration."

The reason Qianluo's appearance changed so drastically was after his defeat at the hands of Lang Fanyun on Nujiao Island. Through dedicated cultivation, he completely suppressed his former cruel nature, returned to his innate state, and unleashed his potential. He had truly stepped into the realm of extraordinary wonder.

"Don't embarrass me." Qianlu waved his hand, embarrassed. "I still feel scared whenever I think about how I took my anger out on the three of you back then."

"So what?" Ren Shaoyang snorted and said, "The only people in the world who can escape unscathed from our combined attack are Pang Ban, Feng Han, and Lao Qian."

Upon hearing this, Qian Luo raised his eyebrows and said, "In that case, I should not feel ashamed but rather proud?"

Ren Shaoyang laughed heartily and said, "What do you think?"

Qian Luo's face was ashen as he stared intently at Ren Shaoyang, remaining silent for a long time.

Ren Shaoyang looked at Qian Luo with a calm expression, his gaze as gentle and serene as the moonlight.

Feng Xinglie and Gu Qianlian tensed up, clearly startled by the sudden tense atmosphere between the two.

Now, Ren Jianshen is seriously injured, his left arm is broken, and his skills are greatly reduced.

On the other side was a notorious underworld tycoon who had been famous for decades, and the undisputed number one on the "Black List" before Lang Fanyun rose to power.

The intimidating power of such a master is truly something that ordinary people cannot withstand.

After a long pause, Qian Luo's cold and stern face changed, a smile appeared, and the atmosphere suddenly became relaxed: "Only now do I realize that Brother Ren truly deserves the name 'Sword God'."

“You are very strong too.” Ren Shaoyang shook his head slightly. “You even give me the feeling of facing a bright moon in an empty valley.”

"A bright moon over an empty valley?" Qian Luo raised an eyebrow and smiled. "The skill I just mastered, and you've already discovered it?"

Ren Shaoyang chuckled: "My 'Emperor's Qi Observation Technique' is best at identifying weaknesses and detecting a person's vital energy. You can't hide it from me, Brother Qian."

"The Emperor's Aura Observation Technique? What arrogance!"

Qian Luo's face was tense, and his eyes were flashing, showing that his thoughts were changing drastically. After a long while, he slowly spoke: "My energy is constantly being tested by your sword intent, making me feel like I have a fishbone stuck in my throat and dare not make a move."

"Such extraordinary abilities are clearly due to Brother Ren's aura-gazing technique?"

Ren Shaoyang glanced at him and slowly said, "Brother Qian has a good eye."

Their words were spoken casually, but they sent a shockwave through Gu Qianlian and Feng Xinglie. They hadn't expected that the two of them had exchanged blows without a sound.

At this moment, Qian Luo laughed and said, "Brother Ren, there is a famous courtesan named Lian Xiuxiu in Huangzhou Prefecture who is both beautiful and talented. Pang Ban arranged to meet me at Xiaohuaxi, where Lian Xiuxiu lives. But I wonder where you wish to go?"

Ren Shaoyang looked at him for a moment, then suddenly burst into laughter.

Feng Xinglie and the other man looked at each other, puzzled, wondering why Uncle Ren was laughing so loudly.

Ren Shaoyang laughed a few times, then suddenly waved his hand and said loudly, "Brother Qian, I once said something to Lao Li, called 'distinguish the false from the true.' Let him break down his awe of Pang Ban."

Qian Luo smiled and said, "Brother Ren is right."

"But I also have something to say to Brother Qian."

"Brother Ren, please speak."

Ren Shaoyang said slowly, "Maintain your awe of Pang Ban, and remain cautious. The tiger's wound still carries its weight."

Qian Luo paused, then said in a hoarse voice, "Is the gap between us really that big?"

Ren Shaoyang said calmly, "You've taken this to heart. Don't think that taking advantage of someone in distress will save your life."

"Thank you!" Qian Luo clasped his hands in a fist and said with emotion, "I originally wanted to take this opportunity to test the Demon Master. Thanks to Brother Ren's reminder, otherwise I'm afraid I would have been trapped in Little Flower Creek."

Ren Shaoyang laughed and said, "No need to thank me, Brother Qian. Let's go together."

Qianluo asked with skepticism, "Where to?"

Ren Shaoyang said, "Xiao Huaxi."

"Brother Ren knows that the Demon Master is in Little Flower Creek?" Qian Luo was even more surprised.

"I know," Ren Shaoyang nodded. "I'm even more determined to go."

"Aren't you afraid he'll lose his temper?" Ren Shaoyang smiled slightly: "You'll see why I'm not afraid when you get there."

Qianluo saw that he looked down on the world with an air of nonchalance, and although he was puzzled, he was impressed by the man's demeanor. The resentment he felt from being beaten by the three villains three years ago finally dissipated.

Ren Shaoyang invited him to get on the cart. Guided by Qian Luo, the donkey cart turned the corner and finally arrived at a bustling, magnificent place.

Feng Xinglie and Gu Qianlian parked the car and jumped out.

Feng Xinglie lifted the carriage curtain and said respectfully, "Uncle Ren, Lord Qian, we have arrived at Xiaohuaxi."

Qian Luo smiled and said, "Brother Ren, please!"

Ren Shaoyang smiled slightly: "Please!"

The two got out of the car, and Ren Shaoyang said to Feng Xinglie, "Xinglie, you and Miss Gu wait in the car. If there's any trouble, Brother Donkey can take you back to Peach Blossom Field."

Feng Xinglie glanced at Ren Jianshen, then at the white donkey.

The donkey snorted at him, sounding very arrogant.

Feng Xinglie nodded, moved, and said, "I understand, Uncle Ren." He knew that his cultivation was low, and although he hated Pang Ban to the extreme, he could not appear in front of him at this moment and become a burden to Ren Shaoyang.

On the top floor, in Lian Xiuxiu's boudoir.

Pang Ban and Lang Fanyun clinked glasses and drank heartily.

The Demon Master closed his eyes slightly and sighed softly, "Brother Lang, this is the happiest I've ever drunk." He picked up his wine cup and drank it all in one gulp.

Lang Fanyun laughed and said, "What a coincidence, this is also the happiest time I've ever had while drinking."

Pang Ban laughed and said, "Ever since I killed the monk Juejie, I haven't touched a drop of alcohol."

"Then you've really missed out on a lot of beautiful scenery."

“Yes,” Pang Ban sighed. “If it weren’t for Li Ruohai from Yingfeng Gorge moving me and Ren Shaoyang awakening me, I’m afraid I would never have touched a drop of alcohol.”

Lian Xiuxiu poured them wine and smiled gently, "Is the Ren Jianshen you two mentioned the one who hurt Mr. Pang?"

Pang Ban smiled and said, "That's right."

Lian Xiuxiu was somewhat surprised: "Mr. Pang doesn't seem to resent him?"

Lang Fanyun chimed in, "I've been through this before, so I'll answer this question for you."

Pang Ban smiled and said, "Brother Lang, please!"

Lang Fanyun said to Lian Xiuxiu, "Fate is like a game of chess, its course determines destiny and identity. Whether to attack or defend, it's all controlled by the game." He pointed to Pang Ban, "The Demon Master." He pointed to himself, "Me." He pointed to Lian Xiuxiu, "Miss Xiuxiu."

"Everyone is a piece in the game of heaven and earth, each fulfilling their role and moving along the lines of fate. Without external forces, life and death follow the rules, with no room for change."

“How could there be no change?” Lian Xiuxiu clapped her hands and said, “If Xiuxiu wants to leave the brothel, she only needs to nod her head and it will be done. If the two gentlemen stop and retire, wouldn’t this game be broken, or a new game be started?”

Pang Ban laughed and said, "Then why doesn't Miss Xiuxiu try to change it?"

Lian Xiuxiu was stunned for a moment, then gave a bitter smile: "In this vast world, Xiuxiu is nothing but a floating duckweed. Once I leave this 'Little Flower Stream,' who am I?"

“That’s right.” Lang Fanyun clapped his hands and laughed, “This is the shackles of fate, wishing but unable to act. How pathetic!”

Pang Ban sighed, "How lamentable!"

The two drank another cup together.

Setting down his wine cup, Lang Fanyun said to Lian Xiuxiu, "As for why Brother Pang doesn't resent Ren Jianshen, it's because this person suddenly appeared out of nowhere, breaking the predetermined fate of the game and seriously injuring Brother Pang. He paid the price of one eye to re-examine and see a new world."

"Such a high price." Lian Xiuxiu looked at Pang Ban, her starry eyes filled with heartache. "Mr. Pang, is it worth it?"

Pang Ban stood up, put his hands behind his back, and looked out at the night sky beyond the lights outside the window. He said with emotion, "At this moment, I have no concern for gain or loss, only the joy of seeing a new world."

The sorcerer gazed affectionately at the vast night sky with one eye, his eyes crinkling as he smiled happily.

Just then, a long laugh came from the doorway.

Then a person dressed in white stood at the door, with his hands hanging at his sides, his face pale, and his ponytail fluttering in the wind.

When Lian Xiuxiu saw him, her heart pounded, and she asked in a trembling voice, "Who...who are you?"

Pang Ban's voice came out at this moment: "Miss Xiuxiu, the person in front of you is Ren Jianshen, and behind him is the city lord of Qianluo Mountain City, 'Poison Hand' Qianluo."

As they were talking, Ren Shaoyang and Qian Luo walked in side by side and nodded slightly to Lian Xiuxiu.

Then he looked at Pang Ban, who was standing by the window with a somber demeanor.

Pang Ban swept his single eye across the crowd before him, then chuckled and said, "Miss Xiuxiu, you see! Life's game is always full of surprises. Brother Ren's arrival is certainly beyond my expectations!"

Lian Xiuxiu looked at Pang Ban, whose hair was being blown about by the wind, and inexplicably felt that this peerless demon lord was facing the white-robed man who walked in.

A sense of tension and apprehension seemed to arise in his heart.

(End of this chapter)